Exhibiting in Vegas – IAAPA Attractions Expo

Written by Helen Holzer

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The IAAPA Attractions Expo, highlighting the latest in amusement park rides, is coming to Las Vegas for its 2009 convention on Nov. 16-20 at the Las Vegas Convention Center South and Center Halls.

The expo will showcase the hottest new products and services and will host networking and education opportunities available only at the premier annual conference and trade show for the attractions industry.

Organizers estimate more than 28,000 attendees from 90 countries will benefit from the IAAPA Attractions Expo and more than 1,000 exhibitors will display on the trade show floor. For the first time, more than 100 companies will exhibit, all showcasing their latest groundbreaking products.

The expo is an all-in-one venue for operators of and suppliers for theme parks, water parks, science centers, aquariums, zoos, museums, family entertainment centers, casinos, and resorts. Attendees can search out the newest attraction rides, conduct business, network with peers, and learn about the latest industry trends.

Charles Bray, president and CEO of IAAPA (www.IAAPA.org), stated, “This year guests will also leave with a first-hand experience of Las Vegas, one of the most dynamic entertainment destinations in the world.”

Exhibitors will boast products in 125 categories of products and services, including theme park rides, show production services, games and devices, displays and sets, food and beverage products, consultant services, ticketing systems and information technology.